Haines Borough, AK
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Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Sunday 09/20 1:00 AM AKDT – Monday 09/21 4:00 AM AKDT
Issued by NWS Juneau AK
What
Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
Where
Haines Borough and Klukwan and Municipality of Skagway.
When
From 1 AM Sunday to 4 AM AKDT Monday.
Impacts
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Additional Details
Winds will quickly increase as a strong low pressure system moves into the northern gulf Saturday night. Strongest winds will then occur Sunday afternoon, but strong winds will persist all day. Periods of wind gusts near 60 mph may occur, but confidence remains low.
What to Do
Winds this strong can make travel difficult. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Areas Impacted
- Municipality of Skagway
- Haines Borough and Klukwan
In effect from Sunday 09/20 4:00 AM AKDT – Monday 09/21 4:00 AM AKDT
Issued by NWS Juneau AK
A series of low pressures will move through the panhandle this weekend bringing prolonged rain combined with high freezing levels to increase ice melt on glacier river systems. The heavy rainfall and associated runoff will produce significant river rises with the potential of minor flooding.
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where
The following area, Northern Inner Channels. This includes the cities of Skagway, White Pass, And Haines.
When
From late tonight through late Sunday night.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, other low-lying areas and flood-prone locations.
Additional Details
- A series of lows will bring a prolonged period of rain combined with warmer temperatures aloft allowing for any precipitation falling into the region to remain as rain. Current thinking is that the rain will continue this evening into Saturday before a second, stronger system moves in for Saturday into Sunday. Between the two systems, the flow is expected to remain onshore keeping moisture moving into the area.
For the Skagway area, 24 hour precip looks to get up to 1 to 2 inches this weekend while the storm total amounts could be 2 to 4 inches. The Haines area is expected to see 0.75 to 1.5 inches in 24 hours while a storm total precipitation of 2 to 3.5 inches is possible.
What to Do
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Persons living along streams should stay alert and be prepared to take action if a warning or advisory is issued, or flooding is observed.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Areas Impacted
- Municipality of Skagway
- Haines Borough and Klukwan
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefing
From the Forecaster
Flood Watch - Haines and Skagway
Created by the NWS Juneau WFO
A Flood Watch for the northern inner channels including Skagway and Haines is in effect from 4:00 AM Sunday to 4:00 AM Monday. A series of lows will bring prolonged rainfall during the weekend, with 24 hour amounts up to 1 to 2 inches. This excessive rainfall combined with ice melt will bring significant river rises with the possibility of minor flooding.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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